Garmin GPSMAP 60 Portable GPS Device is waterproof and robust with a dimension of 2.4 inches X 6.1 inches X 1.3 inches. It is handy, but the popped up head may provide you with an uncomfortable feeling, while you try to insert it in the pocket.  The display is of resolution 160 X 240 pixels, but unfortunately it is four level grey LCD. However, you cannot expect a better one for such as cheap price tag.

There are base maps pre-installed in Garmin GPSMAP 60 and it guides you with prompt, turn-by-turn directions. Thanks to its high-sensitivity WAAS enabled GPS receiver. It calculates routes fast and precise, causing zero delay to your journey. The available interfaces are USB and serial port, with which you can transfer the routes and waypoints to the device. The memory of GPSMAP 60 is around 24MB and you can save 500 waypoints, 50 routes and 20 tracks in it. It does not support any data card.

Furthermore, Garmin GPSMAP 60 Handheld GPS has some geocaching features, games, hunting and fishing times, clock etcetera. It is the battery life that will surprise you more. The 2AA battery of this GPS system offers you a whopping life time of 28 hours on a single charge.

The government did not demand people if that could beam satellite signals to our backyards, cars, and houses. Hence why should people need their permission to interfere with these signals. There are quite a lot of things to look after here. Car thieves can make use of the GPS Jammers to to mal function Onstar, LoJack or other similar systems. Since some of the legalized airlines are now using GPS data as a guide for landing, they may ask to turn off all the handy electronic that may include GPS Jammers.

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The looks of this device is kept minimal however, there are no boundaries to its performance. It comes in a compact size of (Width) 2.2”, (Depth) 1.3”, (Height) 4.7” and weighs as less as 0.36 lbs. Powered with rechargeable Li-Ion battery it runs for 14 long hours. With keypad and LCD Display of 160 x 120 pixels resolutions you can handle this device easily and conveniently.

USB is the supported PC interface. With 256 MB integrated memory, this Sat Nav System becomes a powerful and excellent navigation tool. Packed with user friendly features and functions you get the best performance from this device.  Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows ME and Windows NT are the compatible PDA OS system. Skygolf SG 4 Handheld Sat Nav System has the capability to calculate the distance to up to 40 targets per hole, at the same time that too in less than a second. It supports large greyscale screen with IntelliGreen technology which enables the golfer to hit more greens and lower the scores.

To start with, Garmin GPSMAP 60CSX Portable GPS Navigation System comes with a high sensitivity GPS receiver capable to capture GPS signals even while inside a dense forest. Hence, there is no fear of getting lost with this satellite navigation device. It initiates journey almost instantaneously and calculates routes faster. The routes are displayed on its TFT display that support 256K colours. The display automatically adjusts to the day and night light variations, offering a decent view every time.

For finding the direction you are heading and calculating the height at which you stand, there is a barometric altimeter and an electronic compass housed inside GPSMAP 60CSX. This makes this Garmin GPS a suitable system for skiers, hikers and such people who involve in adventurous activities.

Furthermore, Garmin GPSMAP 60CSX Handheld GPS System is handy and comfortable to carry around. It has a dimension of 2.4 inches X 6.1 inches X 1.3 inches. The case is IPX7 waterproof, thus capable to bear small, accidental interactions with water. Garmin GPSMAP 60CSX GPS comes with built-in autoroute basemap, with major roads and exits. It can provide the users with automatic, turn-by-turn directions.

You can even store more maps into this Garmin GPSMAP 60CSX using its 64MB microSD card. Just connect the device to the computer using a USB cable, and you can import waypoints, points-of-interest and routes to its memory. To support these many features, Garmin GPSMAP 60CSX sat nav has a battery that showcases an impressive lifetime of 18 hours on a single charge.

Overall, Garmin GPSMAP 60CSX is a worthy buy, available for a cheap price.

The functionality of Garmin Geko 301 GPS System is categorized under six screens, including satellite, map, navigation, elevation, tool menu and trip computer. The satellite screen shows you the GPS signal the system receives. The map screen cannot show you the maps, but it can display the track, the route and the nearby way points. When the navigation screen exhibits the direction you head towards, the elevation screen will display the altitude. The trip computer screen is to display the time and speed. The final screen, the tool menu contains the settings for the routes, games, waypoints and compass adjustments. You can scroll through these six screens, and the choose the one you require. The display of Geko 301 is black and white LCD, but it is sunlight readable.

Garmin Geko 301 GPS Navigation System will surprise you with a good memory. It can store up to 500 waypoints, 20 route and 10 tracks. Saving the waypoints are pretty easy in this GPS system. You just need to press the OK button for a couple of times. The buttons of this Garmin GPS unit are small, yet comfortable to use. The waypoints get saved as numbers, but you can label them by going into the tools menu screen. This is a bit strenuous to do. The maximum number of letters allowed is just six.

You can plan the routes or label the waypoints from your PC, and later transfer these to Garmin Geko 301. The interface is a serial port. Furthermore, the device is waterproof and hence, it can withstand some hard climatic situations like small down pour. Even though Garmin claims the battery life of Garmin Geko 301 to be nine hours, you can get till a maximum of seven hours. Also, there are some games pre-installed in it, for you to enjoy while on the move.

Overall, Garmin Geko 301 Waterproof Handheld GPS is a considerable choice for those people, who involve in activities such as cycling, hiking or boating. You can accommodate it into your pocket easily. With these many features, Geko 301 is a worthy buy, at a cheap price tag.